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Woodhouse Primary Academy Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Woodhouse Primary Academy is a academy converter primary school in Bishop Auckland, County Durham , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 204 pupils, and a capacity of 230 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby primary schools below.

2–11

Age range

204

Pupils

230

Capacity

89%

Fill rate

Requires improvement

Ofsted 2023

Woodhouse Primary Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Woodhouse Primary Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with County Durham. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by County Durham before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find County Durham catchment area documents →

Woodhouse Primary Academy — School Information

Full address
Walker Drive, Bishop Auckland, DL14 6QW
Local authority
County Durham
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
72.6% of pupils
DfE URN
151430

Other Primary Schools in Bishop Auckland

If Woodhouse Primary Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Bishop Auckland are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Woodhouse Primary Academy

Is Woodhouse Primary Academy oversubscribed?

Woodhouse Primary Academy has a capacity of 230 places and currently has 204 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with County Durham.

What is the admissions policy for Woodhouse Primary Academy?

Admission to Woodhouse Primary Academy is managed by County Durham. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Woodhouse Primary Academy cover?

Woodhouse Primary Academy is a primary school in Bishop Auckland, County Durham, serving pupils aged 2–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Woodhouse Primary Academy?

Woodhouse Primary Academy was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.